After Minion Land and Illumination Avenue took over the former Production Central area at Universal Studios Florida, new additions have arrived in New York. Additionally, the mural and marquee that were being added to the side of the Transformers: The Ride 3-D building have finally been completed. Illumination Mural & Marquee The Illumination marquee and mural are on the side of the Transformers building facing Minion Land. It’s located behind Minion Cafe and Pop-a-Nana. Work on the mural began in November 2023. Progress has been slow going, but it now matches the concept art, signaling ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort continues to tease their 2024 summer offerings, including the new DreamWorks Land, a parade, and the Tribute Store. Their latest teaser parodies “Shark Tank,” with a Team Member pitching ideas to the “Jaws” shark in the San Francisco area of Universal Studios Florida. Summer 2024 at Universal Orlando Resort It’s a deal 4.29.24 pic.twitter.com/sxu75NBWTl — Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) April 23, 2024 The video’s caption includes the date April 29, 2024, indicating we’ll get official announcements on that day. In the video, the Team Member approaches the ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort currently has a special offer available for guests to receive a discounted Minion plush. Minions Plush Offer With a qualifying purchase of $30 or more, guests can get the Villain-Con Stuart or Kevin plush for only $15. These plush are usually $30 on their own. They were released with the opening of Villain-Con Minion Blast last year. The offer is based on pre-tax, before discount pricing. The promotion is not available with the purchase of tickets, express passes, Gringott’s Notes, gift cards, the Universal Dining Plan, My Universal Connect, Photo Connect, or rentals ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort has a new collection of Hello Kitty Loungefly bags celebrating the character’s 50th anniversary of her creation in 1974. The collection is available at the Hello Kitty shop in Universal Studios Florida. We found the mini backpack in the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hello Kitty Loungefly Backpack – $50 This fabric backpack is blue with an all-over pattern. The pattern includes images of the iconic character with a balloon, her red bow, a goldfish in a bowl, umbrellas, phones, pencils, clouds, bees, hearts, and more. “Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary” is incorporat ..read more

A new Minion popcorn bucket has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort in honor of the upcoming “Despicable Me 4.” “Despicable Me 4” Minion Popcorn Bucket – $29.99 The plastic Minion bucket is dressed in race track crew gear. He has a fabric jumpsuit and hat, and rubber gloves. He holds a life-size wrench with a nut between its jaws. The hat and jumpsuit are red with black and white trimming. They feature Gru’s “G” logo. “Gru Crew” is on the right breast. The clothing is held on with Velcro so it can be removed, revealing the Minion’s standard blue overalls beneath. When cleaning the popcorn b ..read more

The latest rumor around the Universal Orlando Resort suggests that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will permanently close sometime in 2025. This rollercoaster at Universal Studios Florida is getting older, and is not very popular with guests, which means its final days could be near. Let’s take a look at several recent changes that point towards this rumor being true. Choose Your Own Soundtrack on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is probably best known for being a coaster where you can choose your own soundtrack. When boarding the vehicle, guests can personalize their experience a ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort shared another round of hints for their summer 2024 offerings. Universal Orlando Shares More Hints for Summer 2024 Offerings Do we take this to the lost & found? pic.twitter.com/UmmXNLpHcE — Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) April 19, 2024 In the new video shared on social media, a person opens a cardboard box that reads, “Do not open until summer 2024.” Inside the box are various props referencing the summer 2024 Tribute Store, Mega Movie Parade, the new lagoon show, and DreamWorks Land. First up is a red clock with the caption, “What time is it?” This ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort is offering a Buy 2 Days, Get 2 Days Free deal to Florida residents this summer and fall. Buy 2 Days, Get 2 Days Free Offer for Florida Residents Residents of Florida who buy a 2-Park 2-Day ticket will get two extra days for free, giving them four days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Guests can also upgrade the ticket to include Universal Volcano Bay. The offer is not available at the front gate. The tickets must be used by December 18, 2024. Blockout dates apply. The offer is available on the Florida residents page of the Un ..read more

Universal Orlando Resort has revealed the details of next month’s Passholder Bonus Benefits, including the return of UOAP buttons. Passholder Bonus Benefits will be available from May 1 through 24. More UOAP buttons will be available at select events throughout the year. New UOAP Button The button is pink with 1990s designs like zig-zags and stars. It also features the Universal Islands of Adventure lighthouse, dueling dragons, the Cat in the Hat’s hat, and a dinosaur print. It reads, “Partying since 1999,” in honor of the opening year of Islands of Adventure. The button will be available for ..read more

There’s an updated version of the first Halloween Horror Nights 33 shirt to debut this year. Halloween Horror Nights 33 ‘Where Horror Lives!’ Black T-Shirt – $33 The new shirt has the same design as the orange one that came out with the first tease of Halloween Horror Nights 33 merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort, only now on a black shirt. The design is blacklight reactive. It features the Universal Studios Florida arch with a Halloween Horror Nights 2024 sign hanging from it. On either side are palm trees, skulls, and pumpkins. “Where Horror Lives!” is printed at the top in a spray pai ..read more